Showing posts with label facial. Show all posts
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Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Clarisonic Review and $200 B-Glowing Gift Card Giveaway! Ends 05/10

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor B-Glowing! We look forward to working with you again! The winner has been notified and upon confirmation, follower name will be posted both here and on our homepage. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly's Annual Mother's Day Buying Guide Giveaway, brought to you by:


The newest weapon in my beauty arsenal is the Clarisonic Skin Care Brush! I am as skeptical as most when I read about a product yielding 'instant results', and since I have acne prone skin, I was actually a bit fearful this would exacerbate oil production and make my skin oilier.

I was genuinely amazed with Clarisonic after my very FIRST use. I found my skin felt cleaner than ever. That level of clean that you feel after a fancy spa facial, where they steamed your skin, exfoliated it, massaged it and you lay down in a zen room with a facial mask on....

I am still a natural skeptic, so I decided to give it the 'toner test'. I have a favorite toner that I use as a second step after cleansing my face. That toner manages to find gunk that I didn't know was there, and the cottonball never lies. After using my Clarisonic the very FIRST time, I decided to wait a bit, and then use my toner. The cottonball was spotless, my skin was deep down clean. And felt amazing.

I have used it twice a day for 2 weeks now, and the level of clarity in my skin, the even-texture and tone, the brightness and luminosity from within is very much noticeable. I require much less moisturizer and toner and have not experienced one breakout since using it. I'm actually amazed by the transformation I have experienced with my skin since using my Clarisonic.

Clarisonic Skin Care Brush







Clarisonic Clarisonic CLASSIC White Skin Care Brush

From: b-glowing

Ladies what Sonicare did for the toothbrush, Clarisonic does for the skin! It leaves your face feeling smooth, soft, almost polished. Your makeup will go on more evenly, and it is safe for even sensitive skin!

B-Glowing sells more than just Clarisonic Products, they are literally a one stop beauty shop, that also sells those hard to find products that are not always available in your neighborhood!

Clarisonic Deets:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The sonic frequency moves Clarisonic's soft, gentle brush back and forth at more than 300 times per second, thoroughly clearing pores and skin surface.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Removes makeup six times better than traditional methods.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Clears pores and reduces the appearance of pore size.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -  Cleanses so thoroughly that skincare products absorb better.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Creates noticeably healthier looking skin.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Ideal for all skin types and used and recommended by leading dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Gentle enough to use for cleansing rosacea and sebborheic dermatitis.
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - The Classic comes with a 2 year warranty! 

My Take

I love b-glowing, when I truly want to indulge - be it my skincare or haircare, they have everything I love to use regularly, and I can certainly lose track of time doing some virtual window shopping from some of the most sought after cosmetic brands in the industry! They feature Globally Conscious Products, and just like shopping in store many of their brands offer a complimentary gift with purchase. All orders receive 3 free samples in their signature organza bag with a thank you card and free shipping on purchases over $75. You can get the department store perks, while shopping in the comfort of your own home, how entirely awesome is that?

Only bad thing ladies, is you could actually lose track of time looking through all the goodies they sell! (Much like in the Department Store!)

You didn't think I'd forget about you right? Who loves you butterfly?

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at B-Glowing have a very special surprise for 1 lucky winner! 1 winner will win a b-glowing Gift Certificate - $200.00 Gift Certificate

So you can get a Clarisonic of your own, or any other product they sell that your heart desires!

Don't you just ♥ B-Glowing? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit B-Glowing and then Link us to any item you like other than the Clarisonic! (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Tuesday, May 03, 2011 until Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway: This is not a paid insertion. This is a non-compensated post and all opinions regarding the product and the sponsor are my own experiences. I was provided product to facilitate the review and giveaway. The sponsors are fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the products. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set Giveaway from Borghese! 4 winners! Ends 02/17/11

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Borghese for hosting not just one, but 4 winners this time! We look forward to working with you again! The winners have been notified and upon confirmation, follower names will be posted both here and on our homepage. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!
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Ascending Butterfly Valentine's Day Buying Guide Giveaway sponsored by:



While the Groundhog supposedly predicted an early Spring, there is no sign of it yet here in New York City. It's been so cold that I get home with super dry skin from the brutal winter winds! My face feels 'tight' and my hands have felt super dry even though they are usually protected by gloves. While I would love to beat the winter blues with a tropical beach vacation, a writer's budget forces me to think a lot more practically!

Beat the Winter Blues

Just because I have to think practical, doesn't mean my skin should suffer!  One of my favorite ways to rejuvenate and revive both skin and spirit is with an at home facial!

Did you notice today's inspirational quote? I leaked it on twitter and facebook as a little teaser of what was coming today! Here it is again:

Your real influence is measured by your treatment of yourself. ~ A. Bronson Alcott
No truer words have ever been spoken! We set the bar for how others treat us by the way we value and treat ourselves!

I have experienced the luxury of a Borghese facial by a skilled esthetician, and they left my skin baby smooth and Glowing!

Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set



I am super happy to report that I can get the same results in the comforts of my own home. Saves me travel time and transportation, and helps me to beat the winter blues by doing something good for my skin!

Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set Includes:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Exfoliante Delicato <-The key to a good facial is exfoliating your skin!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fluido Protettivo Advanced Spa Lift for Eyes <- No one will be able to tell if you didn't get your 8 hours of beauty sleep! :)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ -Effetto Immediato Spa Soothing Tonic <- Just like our bodies need its 8 cups of water each day, our skin needs hydration as well. There is a reason they 'mist' you sort of like a plant while you are at the spa!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Fango Active Mud for Face and Body <- There is a reason this product has been a top seller for many years, it just plain works! This really is the cadillac of facial masks! And the fact that it's also a great body mask is a great perk!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - CuraForte Mouisture Intensifier <-Your winter ravaged skin will literally DRINK this in!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Crema Straordinaria Da Giorno SPF 25 <- Remember even in winter you need SPF protection for your skin!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Dolce Notte Re-Energizing Night Creme

This set is available at qvc.com for $54.00

My Take:

While I'd still prefer to beat the winter blues on the beach, doing something wonderful for my skin is a great way to restore face, body and mind! You can't ask for more in an at home facial system, your skin will truly thank you!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Borghese, want to help you beat the winter blues too! 4 winners will win a Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set from Borghese!

Don't you just ♥ Borghese? I know I do!

One Winner Per Channel:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Winner will be chosen who follows us on Facebook
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Winner will be chosen who follows us on Twitter
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One email subscriber will be chosen
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - One Google Follower will be chosen

Remember to leave a main entry HERE first!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit Borghese Cosmetics and link us to something you like! - Do NOT Post the URL to the Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set. (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Thursday, Februrary 10, 2011 until Thursday, Februrary 17, 2011 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

EXTRA CREDIT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - NEW! - This is a one time, one click vote request. Please click on the link and press 'Like' Here: http://tinyurl.com/4rkefxo

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Valentines Fun share with us the best or worst gift you have ever received!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you already have our button, just let us know, you will still get extra credit!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly + @BorgheseBeauty Bel Viso Facial Skincare Set #Giveaway! 4 winners! Ends 02/17/11 - http://tinyurl.com/4mwn4ap

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you entered another giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway: This is not a paid insertion. This is a non-compensated post and all opinions regarding the product and the sponsor are my own experiences. I was provided product to facilitate the review and giveaway. The sponsor is fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the product. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Special Announcement - New York Readers Take Note!



Clarins, the plant based skin care expert, will unveil a new beauty counter at Bloomingdale's 59th Street in New York City from October 15th-25th. Explore the new world of Clarins and experience a series of special beauty events including complimentary Skin Time Facial Treatments, exclusive classes, and beauty parties!

Each visitor at the new Clarins counter will be given a package of sunflower seeds to take home to plant and make NYC more beautiful.

Clarins beauty events will feature:

  • Guest speakers including Clarins worldwide skin care expert Rose Marie Castano, who was personally trained by Clarins founder, Jacques Courtin-Clarins. Aline Hebert, VP of Clarins Education, will also provide skin care tips, techniques and quick fixes using Clarins “must-have” products
  • Master classes lead by Aline and Rose Marie, among other guests, that will help women learn how to master the art of caring for their skin with tips, techniques and quick fixes using Clarins “Must-Have” products, including the buzzed-about Multi-Active Day
  • In-store Beauty Parties where you can play with make-up while learning how to look and feel fabulous. Visitors can indulge in a skin care "Beauty Break" while sipping refreshments and sampling sweet treats
  • Personal skin care consultations with complimentary Skin Time Facial Treatments
  • Opportunities for visitors to browse the more modern and open counter space, experiment with skin care and play with color, and receive an exclusive gift* with any Clarins purchase.
Anyone interested in taking part in the events listed below is asked to RSVP via the official Clarins Facebook page,  which will allow you to stay up-to-date on any developments as they happen. You can also follow Clarins on Twitter for up-to-the-minute updates.

Clarins Event Calendar:

10/15 – Kick Off Beauty Party

10/16 – Beauty Party

10/17 – Beauty Party

10/18 – Superior Skin Care Secrets Master Class: hosted by Joseph Favilla

10/19 – Meet the Expert: Rose Marie Castano

10/20 – Meet the Expert: Rose Marie Castano

10/21 – Studio Master Class: hosted by Rose Marie Castano

10/22 – Meet the Expert: Aline Hebert

10/24 – Halloween Beauty Party: Get into the trick-or-treat mood!

10/25 – Halloween Beauty Party

**Schedule your appointment today, the direct event page for the kickoff day is HERE!

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Editors Product Pick:

Clarins Multi-Active Day Early Wrinkle Correcting Lotion SPF 15. I received this product to review and thought I'd select is as an Editor's Product Pick today. (I am hoping we can arrange for a giveaway with Clarins soon!) If you are planning to attend the multi day events at Bloomingdales, you should pick one of these up! You all know how important I feel day mouisturizers with SPF are. My aunt battled with Skin Cancer, and she reminded me of the importance of taking good care of my skin and protecting it from the harmful rays of the sun, even in winter!! And I want to be sure that I remind you to do the same every opportunity I get! An investment in your health and protection is completely invaluable!

What it is:

A treatment that guards against UV damage and visibly corrects early signs of aging.

What it is formulated to do:

Fight those first lines and wrinkles with Clarins Multi-Active Day Early Wrinkle Correcting Lotion SPF 15, a powerful, protective innovation that targets emerging evidence of age to restore a youthful, healthy-looking complexion. Keep imperfections at bay with this formula's dermal-epidermal junction repair and radiance-boosting action. Reinforcing the skin with directly delivered, continuous antioxidant defense, this high-performance essential delivers corrective and enhancing effects that show.

What else you need to know:

This cutting-edge must-have is dermatologist tested and noncomedogenic.
 
I hope to see YOU there!
 
---Ascending Butterfly's Editorial Team

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